Apr 12, 2026
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Dallas heads into our final game at No. 6, with nine offensive linemen coming off the board in Round 1.
Round 1 - Pick 1
No one is considering the alternatives for Las Vegas.The signing of Taylor Linderbaum supports the assumption that Fernando Mendoza will be the No. 1 pick, as a veteran center is a big benefit for a young quarterback.The Raiders need a quarterback and there is a player worthy of this pick.
Round 1 - Pick 2
The Jets are a special case, feeling like the general manager and coach are at different times.Aaron Glenn will lead the players that will allow him to compete in 2026, while Darren Mougey would be better off choosing a player with less training than the finished product. If only he had a better chance.
Select rounds 1-3.
Arizona invested in their passing group with Zawen Collins, Baron Browning, and Josh Sweet.They could absolutely upgrade that spot, but linebacker is the more pressing need.Honestly, Arvel Reese could play either position, but he prefers to play on the edge, so Sonny Styles is a better fit.
Round 1 – Exam 4
Right or wrong, Tennessee went out of its way to back up Will Levis.It's not a stretch to think there might be an organizational philosophy to do the same with Cam Ward, even if the regime is new.After spending most of their guard spot, the Titans signed Wan'Dale Robinson in free agency and now add Jeremiah Love to give Ward plenty of playmakers.
Select Rounds 1 - 5
Malik Nabers is back from a serious injury and Wan'Dale Robinson signed with the aforementioned Titans.Carnell Tate will be an asset for Jaxson Dart if Nabers is unavailable, but also form a talented long-term duo.They have Kayvon Thibodeaux, in addition to Abdul Carter and Brian Burns, so Arvell Reese is not a priority.
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Round 1 - Pick 6
Avre Reese's collapse could be a boon for both the Browns and Cowboys.Dallas wants players who can make an immediate impact, but the Browns are focused on the future, so future drafts are more important than this year's draft.Interestingly, Dallas has been given extra value in nearly every potential trade between the two teams on social media; the distaste and impossibility of a team trade.
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The best comparison for Caleb Downs is probably Minkah Fitzpatrick, a high-IQ safety who coordinates the entire defense but isn't an uber-athlete.Fitzpatrick went 11th overall in the stronger draft.The prospect most often associated with Washington is gone, so Downs is a nice entertainment prize.
Round 1 - Pick 8
Cornerback was a weak point for New Orleans and Alontae Taylor left in free agency.The Saints have a high level of defensive position, which is Mansoor Delane's speciality.Delane is a brilliant late player who tested beyond what his athleticism would suggest.
Select Round 1 - 9
Andy Reid spent time around Brandon Graham in Philadelphia, so there is some comfort with pass rushers with a less-than-ideal frame.Reuben Bain Jr.he's a risk because he doesn't look like many of the NFL's top rushers, but he wins with tremendous power and poise.
Select steps 1 - 10.
Cincinnati was in the top half of the league in personnel coverage, but they lacked the personnel to be top ranked.Jermod McCoy has the size, speed and ball production to secure a corner man cover.He won't miss the entire 2025 season while recovering from a torn ACL, but he should be ready for training camp.
Pick Rounds 1 - 11
The Dolphins have a lot of needs to fill and are not in a reasonable position to compete this season.The emphasis should be on building the trenches, especially backing up Malik Willis or a rookie quarterback next year.It doesn't make sense for them to give up the offense and leave the unit in a position where they can't properly evaluate Willis.
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Round 1 - Pick 12
Cleveland takes its trades back, picks up some extra capital and gets a still raw but very talented left tackle.Monroe Freeling played his best football late in the season, but no one can tell Browns coach Todd Monken about his potential;Monk helped recruit Athens as Georgia's offensive coordinator.
Round 1 - Pick Round 13
Spencer Fano has five-position flexibility, but the plan is to start him at right tackle in this scenario.He has the good feet and power to play actively to be an asset on an offensive line with championship aspirations.Los Angeles isn't often in a position to address a premium position of need.
Select Rounds 1 - 14
Daniel Vallely signed with the Giants.Baltimore announced his departure with the signing of John Simpson, but the absence of Andrew Voorhees should prevent the team from changing replacements long-term.Vega Ioane could be a key player in this position.
Select from 1st round to 15th
Tampa Bay has a need on the edge that hasn't been addressed in free agency.Keldrick Faulk won't add much juice to the operation right away, but he can see upside and is still a relatively young player.The Buccaneers are entering a crossroads season with coach Todd Bowles.
Round 1 - Pick 16
New York has versatility inside and outside with Garrett Wilson and some height with AD Mitchell.Macay Lemon's skills fit as the missing piece for a team that will have five first-round picks in the next two years.If head coach Aaron Glenn is coming off his best season, there could be a conflict of interest.
Select cycle 1-17
Giovanni Manu is expected to start at left tackle, with Taylor Decker and Detroit running backs. It's easy to imagine Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes looking for other options at the position. Proctor is a big man who has done a good job of blocking some of the team's previous offense.
Round 1 - Selection 18
Safety may not be the most important consideration, but for Minnesota, it definitely is.NFL teams salivate over prospects with ball production and superior athleticism;Dillon Thieneman checks both boxes.It's hard to imagine him lasting much longer than this stage of the first round.
Round 1 - Pick 19
Wide receiver doesn't stand out as a pressing need for the Panthers, but this is a critical year for Bryce Young. Omar Cooper Jr. brings a level of energy that's been missing. Vision Tetaroa McMillan and Cooper serve as the two cogs in Carolina's passing game, spreading the role of third receiver currently filled by Jalen Coker.
Green Bay Packers
Round 1 - Pick 20
Dallas traded up to select Ohio State pass rusher Orville Reese without sacrificing another first round pick.The Cowboys now add two impact players in the defense while putting all the emphasis on this version of the team led by Dick Prescott.
Round 1 - Draft 21
If Pittsburgh wants to go forward with Aaron Rodgers at quarterback, they better rotate the offensive line.In this scenario, the team would move Troy Fautanu back to his left tackle spot and slot Blake Miller at right tackle.
Round 1 - Pick 22
Emanuel McNeil-Warren and Derwin James are two versatile, natural creations in this Los Angeles secondary.Looking at the available prospects, McNeil-Warren was the best available, even if he wasn't the team's biggest need.The Chargers' starting guards at Ourlads are now Elijah Molden and Tony Jefferson, who are out for a while.
1st round - 23rd pick
Most seem to think that Philadelphia will completely deal AJ Brown elsewhere, but that may not happen until June.Who will replace them in June?No one is available unless you want to be a team that gambles on Brandon Ayuk.If Brown is going to deal, fans will get their real tip later this month.
Round 1 - Pick 24
If Jordin Tyson hadn't been injured and hadn't worked out that conditioning process, he wouldn't have been able to play.Maybe he's keeping his stock on purpose to live in his brother's (Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson) living room.I'm kidding.
First round – pick 25
Peter Woods was once considered a potential top-five overall pick.I never saw him as a clear and obvious blue-chip talent, which would be good value for a Clemson product and fill a need for the Bears.There are bodies in Chicago, but no one moves the needle the way Woods can.
Round 1 - Pick 26
Buffalo lost David Edwards (no relation) in free agency and has now traded him for one of the best pass-blocking offensive backs around.Chase Bizontis has done well in the NFL and is now tasked with protecting Josh Allen.
Round 1 - Pick 27
This is the last Kenyon Sadik available in a mock draft exercise in a while.There are a few teams that make sense for Sadiq, but nothing is certain.Kyle Shanahan could be upset with a personnel package with George Kittle and Sadick on the field in the short term.
Round 1 - Round 28
DeMeco Ryans came from San Francisco where they switched to a long defensive line.Caleb Banks has to stay healthy, but he could prove to be a steal late in the first round.Houston finds long-term stability between Will Anderson Jr.and Danielle Hunter.
Los Angeles Rams
Round 1 - Pick 29
There are probably at least 40 prospects and possibly more who could hear their name called in the first round under the right circumstances.Chris Johnson is on this list.He is a vision that has grown on me over time.It has the size and tested very well, but the tape is also very clean.
Select rounds 1 - 30
Everything is on the table for Miami.It might be a surprise to come out of the first round without a wide receiver pick, but there's too much need and the team can't push the position.John Eric Sullivan and Jeff Hafley will be judged on how this draft plays out with the top seven picks.
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There was a recent viral video of Patriots coach Mike Vrabel catching Max Iheanakor's workout.Right tackle is a position of need, and Ihanakor's style of play fits the body Vrabel is trying to establish.
Round 1 - Pick 32
Seattle drafted T.J.Parker as a replacement for Boye Mafe.Mafe signed a lucrative contract with the Bengals in free agency.Parker is a reliable edge setter with limited passing potential, but Mike McDonald can put him in position to produce.Seattle is also a candidate to trade the lead as they only have four picks.The goal is to fill positions lost in free agency, such as cornerback, rusher and running back.
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The 2026 NFL Draft is two weeks from today.The only prediction with any level of confidence is that Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza will take the number 1 spot. A year ago. At least four picks Cam Ward, Travis Hunter Jr. With Abdul Carter and Will Campbell practically carved in stone.
At No. 2 overall, the Jets are considered between two running backs, David Bailey of Texas Tech and Arvell Reese of Ohio State.The impact of that decision will create shockwaves throughout the first round.In today's practice, we look for a new pairing in the first round with a pick for each of the five teams without a pick in the first round: Jaguars, Falcons, Colts, Packers and Broncos.
Without a doubt, let's go!
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Teams without first-round picks
Nr 47: LB Jake Golde, Cincinnati
Indianapolis has a hole at the cornerback position.Golday isn't a traditional piece, but he brings size and athleticism to Lou Anarumo's defense.
Not.48: EDGE Gabe Jacas, Illinois
With James Pierce Jr.'s future up in the air, Atlanta needs more help on the outside.Jackass is a solid outside linebacker who instantly improves the floor in run defense.
No. 52: Christen Miller, Georgia
Green Bay has been no stranger to Georgia defenses in the past.They are once again turning to Athens to fill the void on the inside line of defense.
No. 56: DL Caleb Proctor, Southeast Louisiana
The second round may be too rich for Proctor, but he is climbing the board.There is a report that Proctor is stacking up favorably in analytics within the Rams organization.The Jaguars' leadership has roots in Los Angeles, and Proctor is an inside linebacker the Rams have recruited in the past.
Helu 62: S Zakee Wheatley, Penn State
Hopefully Wheatley can be the starting safety for a team that employs two veterans at the position.It wouldn't be surprising if the team is looking for offensive depth.
